Picked up a new addition today-- My first 1911!

[jcj]

I couldn't resist. It just kept calling my name.

I have to learn to stop going to the gun shop. Something always follows me home.

Anyhow, I'm now the owner of a Springfield GI 1911. Can't wait to hit the range this weekend! As I understand it, this modem is pretty minimal feature-wise as far as 1911s go, but it was at least somewhat affordable.

[THE COOP]

NICE, I like standard 1911's!!! Let us know how your range trip go's!!! COOP

[Steelharp]

There's always a "first," there's never an "only." You'll love it.

[BrasilNuts]

A buddy of mine has that exact 1911. I got to shoot it a couple of months ago and fell in love with it, now I gotta get one! Congratulations!

[ShamGlock]

I've wanted one of these for awhile. Just hadn't talked myself into it yet. Looks great!

[gotigers]

Welcome to another addiction. Nice GI. I have loved my SA mil-spec. you'll be happy, until the upgrade bug bites.

[Ebow1]

Just got myself the Para that is my avatar, and yes, the upgrade bug is already biting. Mainly in the form of wooden grips.

[krunchnik]

Its too late for repenting,the sinning has started.Its habit forming and becomes an addiction.The only known cure for 1911itis is to own more of them,and thats not guaranteed.Congrats on the new Springer.

[willis68]

You did good that is a solid basic GI 1911, congrats

[JPS]

Very nice. You can't go wrong with a Springfield GI.

[Guest mac_05evo]

Looks good! I'm hoping to pick up my first 1911 soon as well.

[Guest thejlb]

Ha. I have been looking for a parkerized one. I have the stainless one. Its been great so far. I love everything about my G.I. except for the fact its stainless steel.

I have heard many people baking the parkerized guns in the oven covered in grease. Something about making the parkerized finnish even more durable. Don't know if you would want to do that or not.

[Kano]

Congrats and enjoy your new 1911 ..

Post a range report when you can....

[jcj]

I'm going to try to head to the range tomorrow. I'll make sure to post an update when I get home.

[huntingman]

Congratulations ! I'm also getting the sickness for a 1911. Just that I've never owned one. I've been looking at one like that myself.

[Guest 6.8 AR]

Congratulations ! I'm also getting the sickness for a 1911. Just that I've never owned one. I've been looking at one like that myself.

:koolaid:I see cherry koolaid in the pitcher:koolaid: I drank some. It's good:D

That first one got broken in before I ever got to shoot it. Took it apart so many times, playing with it. Carrying it is little different from the plastic toys

and I'll keep carrying the Glock 30, but my 1911 is rugged and fun to shoot.

Enjoy the new toy! Nice looking gun.

[Guest oldsmobile98]

this modem is pretty minimal feature-wise

I'd have to disagree... it shoots .45 AND it connects to the internets?!?

Seriously, congrats. From what I have read, the Springfield GI is one of the best bargains out there for new 1911s. Well done. The classic look is always in style.

I hope to get my first 1911-style pistol when Dan Coonan comes out with his updated .357 Mag. I'll have to save up for a while, though.

Edited April 15, 2010 by oldsmobile98

[eapking]

I hope to get my first 1911-style pistol when Dan Coonan comes out with his updated .357 Mag. I'll have to save up for a while, though.

Please go on...someone making a .357 mag 1911?

[Guest oldsmobile98]

Coonan made a 1911-style .357 Magnum back in the day. Coonan Arms was out of business for a while, but they've returned, and they're bringing it back.

Check out this thread:

http://www.tngunowners.com/forums/handguns/37400-coonan-arms-1911-style-357-magnum.html

[eapking]

Hmmm, not too sure about those grips, but those are easily replaced.

[hipower]

My bil has an orginal Coonan and it's great. I'd like to see the new product up close and personal, but I'd definitely be interested.

Seems that we moved slightly off track there. But everyone's right; the 1911 bug bites without warning and doesn't let loose. But at least the bite isn't fatal, just expensive to treat.

[JeffL]

There's always a "first," there's never an "only." You'll love it.

You're right, I started with a fairly plain 1911 A1 Mil Spec from Springfield, went to Guns & Leather today and this followed me home...

[Johnny_Utah]

Nice addition!!! My safe queen gets mad every time I go to the gun shop too.

[jcj]

You're right, I started with a fairly plain 1911 A1 Mil Spec from Springfield, went to Guns & Leather today and this followed me home...

Very nice!

[Guest BigShot]

Yep... that's how it starts. All with one A1 and then you're HOOKED!!